<![CDATA[Dysmenorrhea refers to menstruation pain frequently seen by women of reproductive age, which might impede daily activities. One non-pharmacological approach to alleviating dysmenorrhea pain is the ingestion of local ginger-based meals, as ginger possesses active chemicals that exhibit anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. This study seeks to assess the impact of ingesting local ginger-based cuisine on the severity of dysmenorrhea discomfort at Wolter Monginsidi Level II Hospital. This research used a quasi-experimental design with a one-group pretest-posttest methodology. The sample comprised 31 respondents chosen by purposive sampling methodology. The severity of dysmenorrhea discomfort was assessed pre- and post-intervention use the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS). Data were analysed using univariate and bivariate statistical tests based on their distribution. The research findings indicate that the mean severity of dysmenorrhea pain prior to the intervention was 6.74, which diminished to 3.87 post-intervention, resulting in an average reduction of 2.87. The majority of responders, 29 individuals (93.5%), reported a reduction in pain intensity. The statistical test findings indicated a p-value of 0.000 or p < 0.05, signifying a significant effect of ingesting local ginger-based food on the alleviation of dysmenorrhea discomfort severity. This study concludes that the intake of local ginger-based foods diminishes the intensity of dysmenorrhea pain and may function as a straightforward, accessible, and potentially effective non-pharmacological option for managing menstrual discomfort.]]>
